I think I've mentioned, I have a big to-do at the store tomorrow evening, right? I'm a little frazzled about it, and hope things run smoothly! This evening is being devoted to showcasing new products. I have a demonstrator (Hi Sherri!) that's going to show customers all the fun, new products from Just Rite Stampers with some awesome samples and projects. And I have another demonstrator (Hi 'Nita!) who is going to be showing lots of neat new things from Stampendous for the upcoming holidays! There's also a make-and-take, being headed up by my good friend Darlene (Hi Dar!) and her friend Sandy.
On Saturday at the stamp convention, I was able to buy new ink pads from Tsukineko. They're called VERSAMARK DAZZLE! And they're so pretty and sparkly! I made up these two cards using the two different colors so customers can see these samples tomorrow evening. I just LOVE how this first one turned out!
I stamped the branch (Penny Black) on the dark green cardstock first with Versafine Onyx Black. Then I stamped it again, just slightly off using the Champagne Versamark Dazzle, and look how COOL that looks! I did the sentiment the same way, but it doesn't have as much impact as the branch. Believe me, it looks better in real life. It almost looks like there's a piece of acetate over top of it, there's that much of a "shadow." And you can kind of see the "dazzle" in this close-up picture, but it's better in real life... my camera doesn't do justice.
For this second card, I used a snowflake background from Great Impressions and stamped it on both the light blue and dark blue backgrounds with the Frost Versamark Dazzle. Again, hard to tell from the photos but is really looks neat! I hope customers will think so, too!
Thanks for stopping by! I've been so busy this week, and am having trouble holding my head up so I must head off to bed! To those of you whose blogs I try to visit regularly and leave comments... I'm sorry I haven't been around as much! Lfe is just in my way a lot lately! I hope to get back on track soon!
Happy stamping!
I'm sure you will have tons of fun! I wish I could come. Please post lots of pics of fun!
Posted by: kimberlee | October 16, 2008 at 12:32 AM
Cool - Can't wait to play with mine!!!
Posted by: Anita | October 16, 2008 at 12:46 AM
Great cards! Your new ink sounds very interesting and it sure makes a nice card. I love your technique. Good luck with your big to do. I wish I lived closer, I would love to attend. Thanks for taking the time to share with us!
Joan
Posted by: Joan Fricker | October 16, 2008 at 06:12 AM
I'm with you on those Hershey bars. Nowaways I like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
Posted by: Janet Hamilton | October 16, 2008 at 07:15 AM
Love love love that snowflake card!! I think I see another scraplift coming....
Posted by: Vickilyn | October 16, 2008 at 08:57 AM
I love that shadow technique. Very pretty. Awesome blog candy offer...my fav candy to get as a kid was from my grandfather. He always got the regular sized snickers to give us grandkids. I think that's where my love affair with chocolate began. :)
Posted by: Jennifer | October 16, 2008 at 09:45 AM
Beautiful cards! SOunds like a fun evening! I would love to hear more about it!!
Posted by: Kimberly | October 16, 2008 at 05:14 PM
These are awesome samples Tammy, I NEED these pads!
Posted by: Shelly | October 17, 2008 at 04:21 PM
These cards are fantastic, so stunning. I would love to get my hands on some of this new ink but it isn't in the UK yet ! Lets hope it makes it across the water very soon !
Jo x
Posted by: Jo | November 04, 2008 at 03:05 PM
Love your samples.
carol
Posted by: Carol C | February 24, 2009 at 06:01 AM